2009 BMW 135 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 135 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
